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Join us for a hands-on sustainable art workshop for kids, designed to interact with the byproduct of consumption. We’ll be recycling forgotten toys of childhood into mixed media sculptures! Eco Art is a fun yet thoughtful experience on sustainability and impermanence.
What to Expect
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Learn about the importance of recycling and sustainability
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Create a mixed media art sculpture with old toys!
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Dive into the idea of impermanence and the beauty of reusing materials
This activity is geared towards children 5 and up. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. *Please bring in smaller toys, bits and bobs, etc. that your child no longer plays with. All other supplies will be provided!
This workshop is open to current registered members. Registration is required on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited! Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance in order to qualify for a refund. Everyone will meet in the Event Barn.
About the instructor: Amanda Marlowe guides thoughtful art experiences that ask kids life's big questions. She develops curriculum for nature non-profits such as Wild Earth, museums, and businesses. Amanda holds a BSA in Philosophy and Education from Skidmore College and is currently writing a children’s book on death.
If you have any questions about this activity, please contact jess@inness.co. General membership inquiries can be directed to Marcy at membership@inness.co.
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